Love Island's Maura Higgins in 'frontrunning' to present Big Brother amid return

Brian Dowling has shared the emotional moment his sister Aoife reunited with his baby daughter Blake, after selflessly acting as a surrogate.The Big Brother winner, 44, took to social media to announce the news he had welcomed a child with his husband, Dancing with the Stars judge Arthur Gourounlian on Saturday. Now, he has shared the special moment his sister reunited with the sweet tot days after giving birth. Brian gushed: "Today was REUNION TIME in the Dowling Gourounlian household." Alongside an image of Aoife cradling her newborn niece, he wrote: "We had a little visitor in the form of @effidy_dowling_ {heart emoji] It was an emotional reunion as the tears flowed.Times like this are so special.

IT’S the brutal telly show where recruits are put through their paces to see if they have what it takes to make it in the Special Forces. The extreme challenges contestants have faced in SAS: Who Dares Wins include jumping backwards into freezing water and crawling across canyons on a tightrope - and even the celebrities in the star-packed version aren’t safe.

Speculation over the identities of The Masked Dancer characters is already rife after only two episodes and Prawn Cocktail is the latest fan fixation. After an energetic performance to One Night Only from the musical Dreamgirls the judges - Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Oti Mabuse and Peter Crouch - were left guessing, with Davina suggesting it might be TV presenter Holly Willoughby behind the mask. However, viewers at home reckon they know who it is with one saying: "Prawn Cocktail is Amber Davies," after claiming they made "west end" references during their VT.

Fans of ITV The Masked Dancer fans think they've worked out the true identity of the mysterious Odd Socks character.The colourful costumed cast member appeared on the ITV show on Saturday (September 3), with big googly eyes and decorated with socks.The Masked Dancer fans and judges were impressed by Odd Socks high energy routine as the character danced to What A Man Gotta Do by the Jonas Brothers. Show bosses teased on social media: "These happy feet won't be uncoordinated," before adding: "They put their HEART and SOCK into that performance." Viewers speculated that Big Brother host Emma Willis is the celebrity inside the costume - with judge Oti Mabuse was convinced whoever it is is "a lady".

Love Island villa. And Sunday’s post (September 4) was no different after Maura Higgins shared a 10-second clip of herself in her tiniest bikini yet as she soaked up the sun in the heart of France.The brunette beauty, 31, left little to the imagination when she shared the stunning clip of herself as she stretched out on the relaxing sun lounger in the gorgeous dark red bikini.READ MORE:Laura Whitmore claims she was 'banned' from asking Love Island cast how they wereHer tiny two piece was barely held together with string as she showcased her washboard abs and hourglass physique which she emphasised with a matching lace sarong.The reality star paired the glamorous beach look with a pair of designer oval sunglasses to protect her eyes from the sun and added a straw Prada beach bag to carry all of her essential items.Maura golden tan practically glowed against the burgundy swimsuit as she looked off into the distance with her toned physique on full display.She finished the look by pulling her brunette locks back into a tight bun at the crown of her head to keep her luscious long locks out of her eyes as she soaked up some Vitamin D on her tropical holiday.To finish the look, the model opted for minimal makeup as she embraced her natural beauty by simply adding a thin wash of foundation and lashings of black mascara to her lashes.The starlet simply captioned her Instagram reel: “What’s your favourite holiday destination??! [brown heart emoji]”.But it didn’t take long before she was flooded with comments from her famous friends and adoring fans on social media. For more of the latest showbiz and TV news from the Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here. Fellow Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague penned:

Davina McCall pulled out all the stops ahead of her return to The Masked Dancer.MORE: 10 celebrity exes who make co-parenting the school run look easyThe 54-year-old looked incredible as she posed for a new Instagram photo – and was quickly inundated with compliments from her fans. WATCH: Davina McCall, 54, shows off unbelievable abs in bikiniDavina can be seen looking flawless in a plunging mini dress featuring puffed shoulders and a bright print.READ: Upset for Long Lost Family star Davina McCallMORE: Davina McCall's £3.4million family home is stunning – inside photosShe completed her look with blue high heels which helped highlight her incredibly long and toned legs.A post shared by Davina McCall (@davinamccall)Davina looks sensational in her latest photo"Tonight on the #maskeddanceruk I am wearing @rebeccavallancegasan with jolly high shoes, hair by @mdlondon, make up by @cherylphelpsgardiner and styling by @abigailrosewhite on @itv tonight at 6.30," she captioned the post.READ: Davina McCall opens up about 'debilitating and extremely painful' health woeMORE: Davina McCall wows in bikini on sun-soaked getaway as she talks body-confidence at 54Davina's followers went wild for her look, including model Abbey Clancy who simply wrote, "Stunner," along with three red love hearts.

Curtis Pritchard was left mortified after breaking a bone, two days before he was due to join Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.The former Love Island contestant and dancer, 26, is set to take part in the new series of the reality show.He will be joined by his former castmate from the villa, Amber Gill, as well as his brother AJ and other stars including sporting legend Fatima Whitbred and EastEnders' Maisie Smith.READ MORE: Love Island's Curtis Pritchard admits he and Tommy Fury barely speak anymoreThe Channel 4 show will see 12 celebrities head to the desert where they will be put through arduous tasks, designed to push their physical and mental limits.However, Curtis, managed to cause damage to himself before filming even began.The dancer opened up about his embarrassing incident, saying: "I did have a small hiccup just before going in."Two days before going in, I accidentally stubbed my little toe and broke it. I was that embarrassed, I couldn't make a facial expression, couldn't make a noise, I just kept walking on it.His brother AJ said: "It was like a scene from Friends."For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking hereCurtis continued: "As everything was going through my head I thought 'I can't believe you've just done this before going on to a TV programme to do SAS Who Dares Wins.'"In addition, he was already worried about a previous shoulder injury, saying: "I had to make sure I kept stretching my rotator cuff had a slightly weak rotator cuff.

Joey Essex returns puppy as he's 'horrified' to learn about ear croppingSimon Thomas and wife are expecting new baby five years after death of first wife GemmaBig Brother’s Brian Dowling confirms birth of baby daughter via surrogateBez’s nuptials come weeks after he suffered two heartbreaks; the death of his bandmate Paul Ryder and his dad within the same weekend.His father died on July 15 after a long illness, hours after his Happy Mondays bandmate Paul Ryder died suddenly at the age of 58 from apparent heart and diabetes complications.Got a story?If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.

Big Brother star Brian Dowling has welcomed his first child into the world and revealed the name chosen for the new arrival. In an Instagram post shared this week, Dowling shared an adorable image of him and his husband Arthur Gourounlian holding their newborn baby in the hospital. "Please be upstanding for the arrival of our BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER Blake Maria Rose Dowling Gourounlian," read the caption.

“He was already doing it [recovery] himself, then she arrived and that made him even more determined.”She was then asked about what advice she might give those struggling with addiction. The star said that if she knew the answer to that she would “make a b****y fortune”. She added that as someone who has never been an addict herself, it was a very “hard thing to understand.” Speaking to Annie O’Leary and Wendy Golledge about his addiction on Sweat, Snot and Tears, Matt was asked about how open he was about his history to his children. He admitted: "I think it's something that's in a lot of people. I'm very open about it."I've recently kind of been a bit more open about it because my daughter who is turning 13 is going to things and seeing things and seeing people behave a certain way.

THE Masked Dancer fans were quick to react as footie ace Peter Crouch joined the judging panel. The former England striker, 41, replaced comedian Mo Gilligan as show judge for the second season of the ITV series - yet some fans were left stunned.

Big Brother winner Brian Dowling has paid tribute to his sister, Aoife, after she acted as the surrogate to his adorable newborn daughter. Brian, 44, confirmed the news via Instagram that he and husband Arthur, 42, have welcomed their daughter, Blake Maria Rose Dowling Gourounlian, to the family on Thursday. But in the post, Brian paid a special tribute to his sister, who volunteered to be the surrogate mum to Blake – to which Brian and Arthur will be "forever grateful" to.

The Masked Dancer UK viewers were quick to cast their verdict on Peter Crouch as he took to the guessing panel for the first time. The all-moving and shaking version of the bonkers ITV singing competition returned to screens on Saturday night (September 3) with a fresh batch of famous faces hiding behind a mask.

@gourounlian are ABSOLUTELY TOTALLY IN LOVE with her & can’t believe she’s here & is ours. ’He also paid tribute to the anonymous egg donor as well as his 33-year-old sister Aoife, who acted as their surrogate, adding: ‘None of this would have been possible without our donor, a woman we have never met or even seen a picture of but has given us the GIFT OF LIFE.  ‘Now, where do we even start with you @effidy_dowling_ you are a SAINT to us & we will FOREVER be GRATEFUL to you for the REST OF OUR LIVES.

READ MORE: Carol Vorderman works out with Alex Scott in incredible video but one fan notices something unusualThey added: "To the egg donor that we have never met or seen any pic of THANK YOU without you our bundle of joy would not be here. And @effidy_dowling_ you have given us THE WORLD we will forever owe YOU. Merci.

The Masked Dancer is back and as baffling as ever as a celebrity panel and viewers watching at home attempt to work out who is dancing in disguise. An all-star cast are showcasing their dazzling dance moves while covered from head to toe in extravagant and elaborate costumes.

Big Brother winner Brian Dowling shared the happy news that he and his husband, Dancing with the Stars judge Arthur Gourounlian welcomed a daughter on Saturday. Brian, 44, took to Instagram to announce the happy news with a sweet post in which he thanked his sister for being their surrogate and announced the newborn's name. He wrote: "Please be upstanding for the arrival of our BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER Blake Maria Rose Dowling Gourounlian.

Big Brother's Brian Dowling has shared his joy after welcoming his first child.The Irish presenter, 44, welcomed a baby daughter named Blake Maria Rose Dowling Gourounlian via surrogate.Brian and his husband, Dancing with the Stars judge Arthur Gourounlian, announced today that their little one was born on September 1 and was carried by Brian's sister, Aofie.READ MORE: Big Brother announces huge comeback after 4 years during Love Island final on ITV2Taking to Instagram to announce their happy news, Brian shared an adorable snap of the three and penned: "Please be upstanding for the arrival of our BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER Blake Maria Rose Dowling Gourounlian. Yes people another BDG."They added: "Blake was delivered safely on Thursday September 1st at 14:52pm weighting 7lb 4ozs.

THE Masked Dancer judge Davina McCall has given a glimpse inside of her beautiful countryside home. The former Big Brother host, 54, moved into the impressive pad a year ago with her children Tilly, 18, and Chester, 15, and 20-year-old Holly. Davina - who is currently dating celebrity hairdresser Michael Douglas - loves to film content at home for her YouTube channel, which has given fans a look at what she's done with the place since moving in.